AI Summary
The United Way of the Shippensburg Area is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting local nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. With a total of $143K in grants paid to 16 grantees in 2025, this funder does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with them can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE UNITED WAY OF THE SHIPPENSBURG AREA IS A UNIFIED FUND RAISING ORGANIZATION WHICH SOLICITES CHARITABLE DONATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC AND DISTRIBUTES SUCH FUNDS TO THE VARIOUS CHARITABLE, CIVIC, AND SOCIAL WELFARE ORGANIZATIONS OF THE COMMUNITY.
Cause Areas
1
Welfare
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SHIPPENSBURG PRODUCE AND OUTREACH
$239.9K
15%
SHIPPENSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
$211K
13%
JESUS LOVES YOU MINISTRIES INC
$206.7K
13%
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Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$10.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$7K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE UNITED WAY OF THE SHIPPENSBURG AREA?
No. THE UNITED WAY OF THE SHIPPENSBURG AREA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE UNITED WAY OF THE SHIPPENSBURG AREA give?
THE UNITED WAY OF THE SHIPPENSBURG AREA primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, District Of Columbia, and Louisiana. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE UNITED WAY OF THE SHIPPENSBURG AREA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE UNITED WAY OF THE SHIPPENSBURG AREA fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE UNITED WAY OF THE SHIPPENSBURG AREA make each year?
In 2025, THE UNITED WAY OF THE SHIPPENSBURG AREA awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $143 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE UNITED WAY OF THE SHIPPENSBURG AREA fund recently?
In 2025, THE UNITED WAY OF THE SHIPPENSBURG AREA awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include SHIPPENSBURG PRODUCE AND OUTREACH, SHIPPENSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY, and JESUS LOVES YOU MINISTRIES INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE UNITED WAY OF THE SHIPPENSBURG AREA?
THE UNITED WAY OF THE SHIPPENSBURG AREA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.